”For the football fans out there, we need a Troy Brown,” he wrote. “He started on special teams, became a wide receiver, also led the team in interceptions, and at one point, even played quarterback. Sometimes he got all the glory, sometimes none, but he won two Super Bowls.”

What unexpected duties have you come across as a founder or early start-up employee? And how can you weed out who will work — and who just isn’t cut out to be the Troy Brown of your team? Let me know at michael.morisy@boston.com. I’d love to hear what you’ve seen. And if you think you’re a start-up Troy Brown, check out our job postings or read more about Project Repat’s position.